Director, Biotech Partnerships & Growth

Intervenn-Biosciences-2; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

InterVenn, based in South San Francisco, CA, seeks a Director of Business Development to shape and execute our partnership strategy, driving commercialization of our glycoproteomics technology. You will manage alliances from lead generation to contract negotiations and strategic account development onsite in our California office.

The role requires significant biotech/pharma industry exposure, strong commercial instincts, and the ability to work cross-functionally with management, R&D, data

Qualifications

• Master’s/MBA or equivalent practical experience in life sciences, medicine, engineering, or data science.
• Minimum 5 years experience in Business Development in pharma, biotech or life sciences industries.
• Strong understanding of the diagnostic testing market.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to explain complex scientific concepts to stakeholders.
• Proven ability to analyze market trends, assess opportunities, and make data-driven decisions.
• Experience operating independently in high-ownership, client-facing BD roles.
• Experience drafting and negotiating complex agreements with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and nurture a network of pharmaceutical/biotech/life sciences partnerships.
• Monitor competitor activities and regional biotech developments to support commercial strategy.
• Refine business development and partnership strategy with senior leadership and assess capability fit.
• Maintain pipeline records, forecasts, and account documentation.
• Prepare and present regular reports on BD activities and results to the leadership team.
• Collaborate with management, data science, research and operations to expand reach and revenue.

Skills

Business development

Communication

Presentation

Market analysis

Negotiation

Independent client-facing work

Education

Master’s/MBA or equivalent

PhD/PharmD/MD desirable

Job description

InterVenn, based in South San Francisco, CA, seeks a Director of Business Development to shape and execute our partnership strategy, driving commercialization of our glycoproteomics technology. You will manage alliances from lead generation to contract negotiations and strategic account development onsite in our California office.

The role requires significant biotech/pharma industry exposure, strong commercial instincts, and the ability to work cross-functionally with management, R&D, data